Alicia Barton Named CEO of Vineyard Offshore
, and President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Earlier in her career, Barton practiced law and served in the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resources from the Ohio State University and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. Barton sits on the boards of directors of several climate focused organizations and companies, including the Environmental League of Massachusetts, the Advisory Board for the New England Women in Energy and Environment (NEWIEE) and formerly
DSC Dredge Taps Dugan to Succeed Dolan as VP and CFO
seamless transition of his successor.Dolan has dedicated 15 years to DSC and during his time worked closely with President and CEO Bob Wetta as they developed DSC’s financial policies. Dolan started his career in 1981, and after receiving a Master’s Degree in Economics from The Ohio State University went on to work in the treasury departments two Fortune 500 companies. Prior to joining DSC, he served as VP & CFO at middle market companies in the power generation and telecommunications industries.“I want to thank Kevin for his many years of service to DSC as VP & CFO and
Brendan Smith Takes the Helm as President, Seaward Services
Manhattan-based real estate investment company. Smith joined Hornblower Group in 2016, citing a desire to return to the water. He joined NYC Ferry in 2016, first as Director of Engineering before his promotion to Vice President.Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Climatology from The Ohio State University and a Master’s of Engineering Management from Duke University. He also graduated from the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command and the Navy's Nuclear Prototype Training Unit where he received certification from the Department of Energy to manage an S5W nuclear reactor
Weithman Named Director of Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon
and freight sectors, he most recently served as a senior transportation market consultant at IHS Markit. He also worked for one of Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon’s tenants for four years, Consolidated Grain & Barge, as a grain merchandiser. Wiethman holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and a master of business administration (MBA) from the University of Southern Indiana. Ports of Indiana has also hired Doug Mitchell as the information technology manager. He will coordinate and lead all computer-related activities. He had been POI’s IT consultant since 2019. Mitchell
O’Brien Joins Vigor as EVP
;s aerospace, automotive, building and construction, and commercial transportation businesses. During her tenure at Alcoa/Arconic, O’Brien managed global teams across Europe and Asia.O’Brien holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Ohio State University and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University. She is an active board member of Engineers without Borders, a non-profit dedicated to building a better world through projects that empower communities and find solutions for their critical infrastructure needs
Vice Adm. Richard Hunt to lead SNA
Force-Horn of Africa; U.S. Third Fleet and Naval Surface Forces/Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. He became Director, Navy Staff in August 2012 and retired from the Navy in November 2013.His shore assignments include: assistant professor of the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit at Ohio State University; communications systems officer for Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Systems Directorate (J6), Joint Staff; executive assistant to Director, Surface Warfare (N86); executive assistant to Deputy Chief of Staff of Naval Operations for Resources, Requirements, and Assessments (N8)
Marine Jet Power Hires Tilton
high speed ferries and also worked as a captain on board yachts and commercial vessels in the Gulf Coast and Caribbean before joining U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Air and Marine as a Vessel Commander and Marine Interdiction Agent.Tilton holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio State University and maintains a 200 Ton Near Coastal Masters license
Arena Named VP at Shipbuilder
the provision of legal advice to Newport News. Arena comes to HII from Boeing, where he served as senior counsel, Boeing Global Services, since 2015. Prior to Boeing, he served as a senior attorney at NASA from 2002 to 2015. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the Ohio State University in 1998 and a juris doctor from the College of William and Mary in 2002. He currently is pursuing an MBA through Washington University in St. Louis. “I’m confident that the breadth and depth of Jonathan’s experience in commercial and government contracting, intellectual
PLIDCO Hires Wilson as Sales Manager
efforts. Prior to joining PLIDCO, Wilson was instrumental in building successful consulting practices with the WBC Group and Integrated Data Solutions. He brings more than 20 years of experience within various aspects of the manufacturing industry and is a distinguished graduate of The Ohio State University, with a focus on business optimization and a graduate of The United States Marine Corps Leadership and Military Strategy School.
Noone Named President of TOTE Maritime Alaska
and operations. Noone received his bachelor’s degree from Wagner College and is certified by some of the nation’s top executive programs in Logistics, including the SMEAL College of Business Administration at Penn State University and the Fisher College of Business at Ohio State University. He also earned certifications in Advance Management from INSEAD, in Strategic Planning and Implementation from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and is a past Steering Committee Member at the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA). Noone’s predecessor
PPG Announces Executive Appointments
Chief Financial Officer Frank Sklarsky. Since joining PPG in 1985, Morales has advanced through various finance leadership roles of increasing responsibility. He was appointed to his current position in 2007. Morales earned a Bachelor of Science from Robert Morris University and an MBA from The Ohio State University. Eric Thiele, currently corporate treasurer, will become vice president and business controller, global architectural coatings and protective and marine coatings. In this role, Thiele will report to Sklarsky and PPG President and Chief Operating Officer Michael McGarry. In nearly 20 years
Swearingen Joins PMI Industries
including: market channel development services, automotive, construction and information technology. He is skilled in sales, marketing, sales channel development, territory management, as well as strategy creation and implementation. A Kent, Ohio resident, Swearingen is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Communications Services. He has been a member of the Construction Industry Coalition on Water Quality and the Maintenance Superintendents Association. pmiind.com
